February 2016
When it comes to their vehicles, some Troy residents don't have a maintenance mindset. They know they need to take care of their cars, but it just seems really hard to get them to remember to do it. Troy drivers generally accept that...
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Posted in Maintenance
on February 29, 2016
The primary job of the serpentine belt for Troy drivers is to provide important traction to spin the accessories. As the belt wears it loses some of its grip and the accessories may not spin at optimal speeds. For example, if your alternator doesn’t spin fast enough, the battery will not complete...
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Posted in Serpentine Belt
on February 28, 2016
Blind spots may be a good thing when it comes to a spouse's annoying habits, but when driving an automobile in Troy, they are definitely to be avoided. So, while it's not good marital advice, it's good auto advice to minimize your ow...
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Posted in Safety
on February 28, 2016
Let's talk about deciphering the auto service menu board. Troy, Michigan, service centers like Gary Knurek GoodYear have a board that lists the routine services they provide. But some people don't know what these services really are ...
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Posted in Service Intervals
on February 27, 2016
Most Troy folks worry about running out of gas or having a breakdown on the side of the road. That is why we practice preventive maintenance on our vehicles — that and to keep our repair bills down. But one important part of preventi...
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Posted in Automotive News
on February 27, 2016
There was a man in the Troy area who learned that most car accidents occur within a mile of home – so he moved. (Just kidding!)When we think of defensive driving, we often focus on our local Michigan highway situations. The fact of ...
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Posted in Steering
on February 26, 2016
Today we're talking to Troy drivers about shocks and struts. They're so easy for Michigan folks to forget about because they last so long and wear out so slowly. But your shocks are really responsible for keeping your tires on the r...
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Posted in Shocks & Struts
on February 25, 2016
The current vehicles in the market have over a century of engineering behind them. They have evolved into complex and powerful machines. Developments in their engines, however, have coincided with advances in many other vehicle compo...
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Posted in Fluids
on February 24, 2016
Would you be surprised to learn that about half of the passenger cars in Europe have diesel engines? You might also be surprised to learn that most auto manufacturers produce a variety of diesel-fueled cars for purchase abroad. Diesel-fueled vehicles haven’t been as popular in the...
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Posted in Diesel Maintenance
on February 17, 2016
Good brakes are obviously very important. If you've ever had your brakes go out while you're driving around the Rochester hills area, you'll know how terrifying it can be. Today we'll focus on how to tell when you have a brake problem, and how to make good repair choices. Often, the ...
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Posted in Brakes
on February 12, 2016
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